Its sanitary pad brand Whisper and baby diaper Pampers products will become 10 to 15 per cent more expensive, a P&G spokesperson said during a press conference. In June, the company increased prices for Pantene shampoos and Crest toothpaste.

P&G said price hikes are necessary to control rising material costs, such as water absorbent materials and pulp. The U.S.-based consumer goods maker also said it is likely that there will be a third price increase for some products later this year. Unilever, P&G's main competitor, has reportedly decided to up its prices between six and 20 per cent, according to state media.

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